Scout event at Roush Lake Fall Harvest Celebration, Oct. 23-24

Indiana DNR Release:

The staff at J. Edward Roush Lake will provide scouts with badge information and opportunity to earn a patch made by the Department of Natural Resources, Oct. 23-24, during the fall harvest celebration at the property.

From 2 to 4:30 p.m. on Oct. 24, scouts and youth clubs are invited to take part in instruction with their troop and/or parents in archery, canoeing, pellet guns and survival tips. Scouts will earn a patch for this participation. Scouts are required to register in advance by calling (260) 468-2127. A $6 fee covers both days events for scouts, as well as overnight camping fees, and the patch.

Scouts are then invited to join the Harvest Fest celebration. Hot dogs, drinks and chips are served from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. S’more kits will be sold for $1, along with a chance to cook the campfire treat. Hay rides with stories from the past will be available from 5 to 6:30 p.m. Get a pumpkin during your ride and enjoy carving together. We have a small supply of carving tools. Kid’s games, a campfire and music by the band Small Town are also part of the festivities.

At 6:30 p.m., the results of this year’s Dutch Oven Cook-off and the winner of the grand prize package sponsored by Bozarth’s Country Store and Campground will be announced.

All children must be with a responsible adult. No child care provided.

Call (260) 468-2165 for more information.